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VCX 500R

1976 MG B GT V8

Green Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

62,426 mi
Last recorded62,426 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1976 MG B GT V848,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCX 500R
MakeMG
ModelB GT V8
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 62,426 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 62,425 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 62,199 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 62,096 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 61,993 miles

All tyre treads perishing on outside side walls

Fail 2 Mar 2016 61,993 miles

All tyre treads perishing on outside side walls

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both rear lams not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 61,738 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 61,052 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 60,563 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 60,431 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 60,403 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 60,112 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 59,486 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 57,146 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 56,986 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT V8?

Based on 7,164 MOT tests across 809 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
487
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 160
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 154
brake binding 141
Stop lamp not working 132
Horn not working 109
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VCX 500R is a 1976 MG B GT V8 in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1976 MG B GT V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 48,725 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT V8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 160 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VCX 500R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 50 years old, this MG B GT V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VCX 500R?

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What year was VCX 500R registered?

VCX 500R is a 1976 MG B GT V8, first registered on 4 October 1976.

Is VCX 500R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCX 500R shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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